The Foundation of NACE – Enhancing education and learning for NACE members.

Congratulations to our 2011 scholarship winners!

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The Annual Vince DeFinis $10,000 scholarship winner for 2011 is Taylor Niceforo, Johnson & Wales University, Denver campus.

In addition, four awards of $2,500 were presented at the Experience! 2011 conference to students who had competed through a vigorous application process:

 

 

 

Allison Hoyt
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY

Jessica Nederhoed
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI

Brittany Talevara
Conrad Hilton College
of Hotel Management
Houston, TX

Alyssa Townsend
University of Central Florida
Rosen College of Hospitality Management
Orlando, FL

“These awards represent the largest amount given through our vibrant and growing scholarship program,” said Troy Conklin, President of the Board of Trustees of the Foundation of NACE. “We are ensuring the future of our industry by investing in the next generation of catering and event professionals.”

2012 Scholarship Application